Friday, November 16, 2007

Friday's story ideas

Steroids. (Frankly, I'm shocked that Barry Bonds would lie about this stuff.) Anyway, how easy/hard is it to get steroids in your market? Or via the Internet? And what's the penalty?

Deadly colds. New virus this season can actually kill you.

Why are people still writing checks? Today in the grocery store I feel like I'm in a Visa commercial as I'm stuck behind a woman writing a check for two bucks. (Then she can't find her ID.) Anyway, explore the consumer advantages of a credit/debit card. In my case, I enjoy hoarding frequent flier miles, hotel points, or rebates on gasoline.

Gas legislation. Democrats are trying to push for tougher mileage regulations. What are the members of Congress in your market saying?

Nursing home legislation. Congress seeking tougher regs for the local Shady Rest.

Midwest story. Middle American governors band together with an agreement to reduce pollution.

Air space "express lane" to aid holiday travel. How does this actually work, and will it really make a difference if bad weather hits?

And along those lines.... share some strategies for those who get bumped off flights. What are their rights, and how much can you really get in compensation from an airline?

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